M3.9 Earthquake 98 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan — January 18, 2026
2026-01-18 20:33:59 UTC (2026-01-18) · approx. 5:33 AM UTC+9 local
On January 18, 2026 at 20:33 UTC, a magnitude 3.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 98 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan, at a depth of 29.0 km and coordinates 36.3381°, 141.7072°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 11 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 296 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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141.7072°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.9 earthquake near Takahagi, Japan?
The magnitude 3.9 earthquake that struck 98 km ESE of Takahagi, Japan on January 18, 2026 at 20:33 UTC had a depth of 29.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.9 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 3.9 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rqh3). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
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